BASKETBALL

Tuesday 18th May

Edition 10

Australian National Teams COMING UP: Australian Opals: Want to support the Australian Opals on their quest for ThanksWestern to Magicall of Daythe Girls Gold & to defend their World Champion Title?? The 2010 FIBA World Camp- 6th June & Championships will be taking place in the Czech Republic from September rd rd Slumber Party Camp- 23 to October 3 . There are 2 supporters tour packages on offer include 12th-13th June tour guides, flights, tickets, supporters gear & much more. Check out the Basketball website for more info; www.basketball.net.au Girls with Game

Development Clinic- th Caboolture- 12 June The Australian U19 Gems will shortly be embarking on a tour to France in which they will take part in two international tournaments. The first is in Noosa Girls with Game Reze from the 24th-27th June and the second in Troyes July 2nd-4th. The th Development Camp 26 team consists of one Queensland player Jillian Haughton from Townsville June who was also in the World Championship winning team last year. The two tournaments will help prepare the team for their upcoming world Blades Basketball th championship qualifying tournament in September when they must beat Holiday Camp 30 June New Zealand in the 2010 FIFA Oceania U19 Championship. South Qld Female Referee Development Australian U17 Women: Basketball Australian has just recently announced Camp 27-29 September the 12 athletes that will compete at the U17 Women’s World Titles from July 16-25 in Toulouse and Rodez, France. The team features one athlete with previous experience on the world stage, forward Gretel Tippett who was a member of the Australian U19 Women’s team that finished fifth at the 2009 FIBA U19 World Championships for Women. The team also consists of Nadeen Payne from North Queensland and Reserve Mikhaela Donnelly from Logan, Queensland.

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Player Profiles

CASSIE DOVER

PERSONAL: DOB 23/02/1988; Height: 180cm POSITION: Guard/Forward JUNIOR ASSOCIATION: Gold Coast (QLD) FIRST PLAYED IN WNBL: 2008/09 WNBL CLUBS: Dandenong 2008/09, Townsville 2009/10 WNBL CAREER NOTES: 2008/09 was Cassie’s first year in the WNBL where she held a development squad position with Dandenong. GENERAL BASKETBALL CAREER NOTES: : Cassie was a member of the QLD team that won the gold medal at the 2006 U20 National Championships and has represented Queensland South as a junior between 2000 and 2005. She was a member of the QBL Townsville Flames team that won the ACC National title in 2007 and 2008. PERSONAL INFORMATION: has 3 sisters, Candice, Brooke and Jacquiline and 1 brother Thomas. She also toured with the QAS to the USA in 2004.

KRISTEN VEAL

PERSONAL: DOB 24/07/1981, Height: 176cm POSITION: Guard JUNIOR ASSOCIATION: Norwood Flames (SA) FIRST PLAYED WNBL: 1997 WNBL CLUBS: AIS 1997-99; Canberra 1999-04; Sydney 2005/06 - 2008, Logan 2008/09 - Current INTERNATIONAL GAMES: 61 games (26 Junior), (35 Senior), Junior World Championships 1997 (Silver) WNBL CAREER NOTES: In the 2008/09 season four-time WNBL champion Kristen was named Logan Thunder’s Most Valuable Player after captaining the team to finish 8th in their first season in the league. Kristen averaged 9.9 points, 6.6 rebounds and4.5 assists last season. Originally an AIS player, Kristen averaged 8.6 points and 3.6 assists for the 2006/07 season. She is a former WNBA player with the . In the 2003/04 season, she was named a WNBL Ambassador and was a member of the WNBL All-Star Five. She has led the WNBL in assists in the following years: 1998, 1998/99, 1999/00 and 2002/03. In the 2002/03 season, she averaged a career-high 5.4 assists per game (114 all up). The first of her four WNBL titles came in the 1998/99 season before successive titles with Canberra in the 1999/00 and 2000/01 seasons, and her fourth in 2002/03. GENERAL BASKETBALL CAREER NOTES: Kristen was selected 13th pick in the 2001 WNBA draft by Phoenix and played with the Mercury in 2001/02 - at the same time becoming the youngest player to play in the league. She represented SA U16, U18 and U-20 at Nationals.

Under 16 North & South Women’s Teams Named

Good Luck to the U16 North & South Women’s Teams who will be competing in Logan, from Exciting new Outdoor The 3rd-10th July. Be sure to get a long and group Fitness & Lifestyle Support our QLD teams!!! Program

North Team: ~FREE week trial~ Caitlyn Clancy, Sarina Falvo, Alicia Froling, Keely Froling, Brianna Kerwick, Shanieka Ross, Evolution to Wellbeing is a life changing Kiarna Selsby, Ainsley Walsh, Georgia Williams, program that offers individuals the best that outdoor training can offer. Experience fun- Jade Zalar. filled sessions that not only make you feel Reserves – Ashleigh Guy, Paige Harrison, great but give you a true sense of community Sezen Oraloglu, Avea Sabatino, Tiarna Woods. & variety. Head Coach – Mathew Neason; Assistant Coach – Cathy Smith; Activities include: Network Coach – Brady Walmsly; * Yoga * Core circuits *Pilates Manager (TBA). * Strength training *Running groups * Boxing & more South Team: Whether you are a beginner or an athlete, Emily Derksen, Jessica Gajewski, Evolution delivers all your fitness targets and Ashleigh Heal, Tiana Mangakahia, Yasmin Miller, goals. Aleisha Myers, Chelsea Orbell, Soraya Page, Evolution has no contracts, is totally flexible Kalani Purcell, Megan Trinder. and the most you will pay is $55/week for the Reserves – Sarah Ambrose, Mickayla Heuston, unlimited package. Laykin Paenga, Madilyn Sanderson, Hanna Tusa, For your FREE week trial contact Kristy Wallace. Head Coach – Janelle Bressow; Assistant Coach – Rebecca Dudic; Network Amy on 0412 230 926, Coach –Nicola Taschke; Manager – Jane McNabb. [email protected] or www.evolutiontowellbeing.com.au 2010 State Championships Results Congratulations to all the teams that competed in the State Championships over Easter & the May long weekends. Thanks also to all of the coaches, officials & support staff who assisted throughout each event. Congratulations also to all of the Female Referees involved throughout each championships as well as those who received finals sports & Gold Whistle Awards. Keep it up GIRLS!!!!

Age/Division Gold Silver Bronze U12 Girls Division 1 Southern District Spartans Ipswich Force Logan Thunder U12 Girls Division 2 Gladstone Power Townsville Lightning Southern District Titans U14 Girls Division 1 Logan Thunder Townsville Flames Southern District Spartans U14 Girls Division 2 Seahawks GC Gold Coast Breakers Mulgrave Coastal U14 Girls Division 3 Rockhampton Southern District Titans Capitals Silver U16 Girls Division 1 Southern District Spartans Townsville Flames Cairns Dolphins U16 Girls Division 2 Mulgrave Magic Brisbane Capitals Silver Northside Wizards U16 Girls Division 3 Seahawks GC 2 Noosa Cyclones Southern District Titans U18 Girls Division 1 Townsville Flames South West Metro Maroochydore U18 Girls Division 2 Ipswich Force Toowoomba Redlands

CONGRATULATIONS QLD U18 WOMEN’S TEAMS!! QLD SOUTH: SILVER MEDALISTS QLD NORTH: 13th PLACE

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Associations, Clubs & coaches are encouraged to nominate junior female referees & players who they believe are working hard and are deserving of recognition within the Basketball Arena. Where possible 3 refere es & 3 players across the 3 Queensland regions (North, Central & South) will be selected. Award winners will receive a Girls with Game prize pack and

certificate as well as their profile placed in the Girls with Game newsletter & on the Basketball Queensland website. Nominate now for term 2!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS FOR TERM 2, 2010 Kayla Beverley Kayla is currently playing U12’s & U14’s Club, Representative & State Schools basketball. Kayla enjoys playing basketball because she has made some great friends, its challenging, keeps her fit & its fun! Kayla’s coach says she is a team player who always gives 100%. She consistently performs well at training and always listens. Her favourite player is and her goals in basketball are to make future representative teams at Northside wizards as well as to play in America. Kayla’s favourite playing moment was at 2010 U12 State Championships when her team was down by 20 points at ¾ time and then they fought back hard to win by 5!!! ☺

Kelly has been refereeing for the last 4 years because she wanted to Kelly Bamforth learn more about the game. She also enjoys refereeing as it gives her the opportunity to help out the younger players and teach them the rules. Kelly is currently refereeing the senior Men’s & Women’s leagues at South West basketball Association as well as juniors including BQJBC at the U12’s State Championships. Kelly takes pride in her refereeing appearance and always takes charge on the court. Kelly also assists the junior referees but always ensures she listens & takes in the knowledge given from the senior referees. Great work Kelly! Courtney Murphy Courtney started playing basketball 5 years ago because the rest of her family played. Courtney is currently playing U12 Local & Representative level basketball with her favourite players being Michael Jordan & Lauren Jackson. She loves competing at a high level & enjoys the social environment in which she gets to make long term friends. Courtney’s goals in basketball are to win premier league & State Championships next year for Maroochydore as well as go on to play for QLD and one day play in America. Courtney always gives 100% & is very coachable. She has great Sports- woman-ship & always plays hard but fair! Good Luck Courtney ☺

Caitlin currently plays basketball for Bundaberg but due to lack of numbers Caitlin competedClancy for Gladstone at this years U16 Girls State Champs. Caitlin was nominated by Gladstone after her extraordinary commitment to travel to Gladstone for training and she was an integral part in the team th finishing 4 at the tournament. After her State Championships were completed she quickly set of for the Gold Coast where she was assistant coach for the Bundaberg U14 Girls team. Caitlin is seen in this photo

receiving the Junior Player of the year trophy at Eater time. Caitlin is also Caitlin Clancy the only person to receive this award both as a referee & a player!! ☺ ☺ Brianna Tyers Brianna is currently in year 10 and has been refereeing basketball for last 2 years. Brianna say’s it’s a fun and existing way to meet people with similar interests and make new friends. Brianna is currently refereeing local junior & senior competition for Toowoomba as well as BQJBC, State Championships & Schools basketball across a range of age groups. Brianna’s goal is to continue improving and her favourite refereeing moment was being award the U12 Division 1 Girls Grand final at this years State Championships. Brianna is a very responsible referee who wants to continue learning & gain further valuable experience. Good Job!

COMING UP……. Girls with Game Beginners Slumber Party Camp Western Magic Basketball Girls with Game Inala PCYC- Swallow St, Inala Holiday Camp 2pm Saturday 12th June to 12 Noon Sunday 13th June Hosted by Blades Basketball Club All Girls aged 8-14 cost: $40- or Register prior to May 21st & receive $10 Discount! @ Tallebudgera Sport & Rec Includes skills, drills, games sessions including a round robin competition & Movie Night! centre…. More details coming soon!!!! Girls with Game Development Clinic Caboolture Basketball Association Morayfield Park Leisure Centre, Morayfield Rd, Morayfield Saturday 12th June Girls 6-12years: 9:00am-11:00am Girls 13-17years: 11:30am-1:30pm Cost $10- Includes FREE entry to the QBL & D-League Men’s & Women’s Games!!

Noosa Girls with Game Development Camp Noosa Leisure Centre, Eumundi Rd, Noosaville Saturday 26th June Girls aged 9-12years Beginners-Advanced Cost $40- Includes round robin competition, special guest coaches & heaps of prizes!

Gladstone High Stakes Hoops Tournament New Tournament coming in July for GIRLS ONLY!!! High profile players will be team coaches including 3 WNBL Championship winning Canberra players & an Australian Opal!! Contact Gladstone Basketball for Further Information!

For more information or to register for any of the above programs please contact the Women’s Development Officer on (07) 3377 9100 or [email protected]

Do you want to join the Girls with Game Basketball Network????? If so contact the Women’s Development officer now to receive the free newsletter and updates for the Girls with Game programs taking place If you provide your name, contact number and address you will receive a GIRLS with GAME wrist band & Pen!!!!